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Hi all!

After a hectic week, I'm finally catching up on things.  My blog can be found at: https://www.ashleyehman.com/blog

I appreciate any feedback on the blog or quadriptych, thanks!

Who are you?

Great question. For starters, my name is Ashley. I’m an Aries, Sphynx momma (Her name is Judge Nudie), and avid circus arts lover! I hula hoop, take Lyra classes, and play with fire.

When it comes to design, I definitely came into things in a roundabout way. I started my undergraduate career on a Software Engineering track. My junior year of college (Is it called junior year in Europe?), I realized I hated my coursework and changed my major and minor a week into classes. I ended up graduating with a degree in Information Technology and Professional Writing a year later, with a spattering of design classes mixed in. I didn’t formally get any sort of design recognition, since I was attending a private university, and didn’t want to add more time on to my schooling because of money.

I love, love, LOVE designs that have strong typography, so that’s definitely an influence for myself. Surprisingly enough, not a lot of my designs actually incorporate type, so that’s something I’m looking forward to working on throughout this MA program.

Outside of design, I like to travel, consider myself to be a bit of a “Meme Queen”, and I take care of animals on the side! If you ever need a dose of cute animals, hit me up!

What is is that you do?

I currently create social media graphics for a healthy eating company based here in the United States. This includes Facebook, Instagram, and Pinterest imagery. I also have experience designing for emails, and have made a handful of logos. I work for myself, on a freelance basis, and while I’m definitely your stereotypical “starving artist” I NEVER regret leaving my cushy office job for this life of freedom.

During my undergraduate studies, I did a 3D rendering of the Great Hall from the Harry Potter universe. This project was pivotal to me, because I had never worked in 3D rendering software. The feedback from my professor was amazing. It was at this moment in my schooling that I realized I might actually have a knack for this! Without his push, I don’t know that I would have continued on this path.

Where are you?

In case you didn’t catch it earlier, I’m based in the United States. I live in Madison, Wisconsin currently. Wisconsin is near the border to Canada and shares its shores with the Great Lakes. This definitely has an impact on how I work. Unfortunately, Wisconsin is on track to being one of the top states when it comes to COVID-19 cases. Because of this, I’m working entirely from home. This has been a hard transition for me, as I thrive in the buzzing coffee shop environment. In addition, the United States has been extremely polarized politically. Without much detail, I’m an avid supporter of all human rights, so I’m faced with disappointment in my country on a daily, sometimes hourly, basis.

It’s not all bad though, I swear! Madison itself is an extremely welcoming community and serves as a liberal bubble in the Midwest. Pre-COVID, this city always had something to offer. We have so many music venues of varying sizes, so the music scene is here was amazing. There’s also a strong arts and culture community, so I was constantly learning new things. I’m looking forward to things getting back to “normal”....eventually.

Why design?

It took me a while, but I finally landed on design. What initially drew me to the discipline was the variety of work that a designer can face. I’m a naturally curious person, so I love doing and learning different things. I’ve worn many hats over the years, and I’ve had the opportunity to work with app/website mockup, logo design, 3D environment creation, print, typography, hand-lettering, and wedding invitation suites.

For me, design mirrors the freedom I want in my day-to-day life. I’m allowed to take risks, it’s work that can be done remotely, and I can easily get lost in a design project for hours at a time. Design trends are always changing, so it keeps me on my toes. As design pushes its own boundaries, I do too! I suppose that’s why I took the plunge and applied to this program.

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Hope everyone enjoyed their weekend! I have finally managed to set up my blog, it's a work in progress, but I'm getting there.

I've had my Cargo site set up for a while, but never done any extensive edits to it, so this is pretty new to me and I'm a bit slow - it also gets slightly frustrating when things don't work the way I want them :)

https://juliaholla.cargo.site/WEEK-01

Speak to you all soon!

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Week 1 over - that's mad!! Hope everyone is doing okay?

Here is a link to my blog:

https://www.eleydesigns.com/2020/09/week-1/

If you get a chance to read it, I would appreciate any feedback.

Good luck with week 2 and chat soon,

Lou

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It's a bit late, but finally my blog is up!

Here is a link: https://bam-ny.wixsite.com/journal

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Hello fellow graphic masters students! Im a little bit late to the party but its nice to virtually meet you all! Would be great to get your opinion on my first draft - any feedback would be super helpful!

Who are you?

My name is Alice. I think who I am is constantly changing and evolving, I have learnt so much about who I am as a designer through the three years of my degree but I also have so much more to learn.

What is that you do?

I have just graduated from an Interior Design degree at Falmouth, so that is the recent design background I have but I previously also did photography and Textiles A levels before applying for the degree.

Where are you?

After graduating from Falmouth earlier this year, I have recently decided to come back to my hometown of Southampton. I think Southampton is an interesting place to live, obviously as a city it is busy, always changing and constantly moving forward but also living so close to the countryside and the sea, I often find my inspiration from the pockets of quiet throughout the city.

Why design?

Design is everywhere, you can’t help but notice it, I really hate to think where we would be without it. I have always been interested in design, I think that’s one of the reasons why I redesigned my room when I was younger every month. I also love the aesthetics of design and how quickly it can change ones emotions, an atmosphere or even ease someones day.

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Hello Guys
i finally finished my blog layout
Here is the link of my blog
https://www.mtahablog.com/

and the password is: mtaha

Thanks and i hope you like it

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Here's my updated blog post for this week.

http://blog.catcodes.co.uk/week-1-workshop-challenge/

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Hi everyone! I've Alsop realised that I'd not posted a link to my blog, I'm looking at moving my blog from this site to another, so hopefully that'll be up and running soon!

https://kelly-stocks.wixsite.com/klsportfolio

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I realised I haven't posted the link to my week 1 blog post on here yet... So here it is!

https://hollieturnerdesign.wordpress.com/2020/09/23/quadriptych-who-what-where-why/

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Hey guys, I was slightly late to enrol so my first project is a little late. However, please find my quadriptych below and let me know if you think I should make any changes. The link to my blog is also attached :). https://www.charlie-howe.com/post/week-one

Who?

I'm Charles/Charlie, 30 years old. I'm originally from Cornwall, England and spent most of my 20's living in London and am currently living in Taiwan. I have worked in film, live comedy, and teaching. All of which have influenced me in some way into becoming a designer. I'm fairly new to graphic design and have been self-teaching as well as creating self-initiated projects over the past couple of years in preparation for further study. As well as this, I enjoy comedy, hiking, swimming in the ocean, analogue photography, coffee, and rainy days.

What?

I'm currently teaching English and Science in Taiwan, and have been since January 2019, after I felt the need to broaden my mind and experiences. Through teaching, I've been able to design various resources to help myself, and other teachers, engage students. Problem-solving is one of the reasons I love graphic design.

Where?

I'm living in Yilan, Taiwan. As mentioned, I moved here in 2019. Taiwan is full of natural beauty and vibrant colours. Being close to nature is important to me. Being able to take time out to go hiking or swimming allows me to put my thoughts in order and think clearly.

Why?

I'm relatively new to design/designing and I love it! I'm constantly learning, thinking, and creating. The photo below is of me as a child as from then to now there have been numerous influences that have lead me to now pursue a career in design.

My Quadriptych

I used icons to keep the design simple as well as using the same colours through out to bind them together. Pink and blue are my favourite colours so through using them is a further reflection of my identity. I also used pink and blue in my logo, which is on my Instagram and website, making this image even more personal to me. I created a slightly different take on the Taiwan flag (bottom left) as I didn't want any white space but kept  red and blue from the flag within the design as I wanted to have it recognisable.

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hello I did some resizing for the section to make the image less stretched out. just want to check if this is a good idea I should continued with or not.

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Hi everyone! I was a wee bit late getting enrolled but have finally got my blog set up (and 1st post published!) I've also completed my quadriptych, and would really appreciate any feedback on either my blog or quadriptych!
http://aileenmccoll.co.uk

Who?
I’m a Glaswegian who moved to the South of England with my family as a child. My name, Aileen, was almost unheard of at my new school, and as an introvert I was often too shy to correct whichever mispronunciation of my name I got that day. As I’ve gotten a wee bit older, I’ve grown in confidence and become proud of who I am, name and all! I love ice skating, cold brew coffees, the colour pink, and setting myself up in a cafe to pour over a good book.

What?
I’m a recent graduate, leaving the University of Winchester with a 1st Class in Marketing in 2019. Here I discovered my love of branding. A pivotal project for me was at university; the creation of a set of mock brand guidelines, refreshing a brand of our choice, for me this was The Body Shop. Founder Anita Roddick was a human rights activist and environmental campaigner.

Where?
I am currently based in Brighton. Brighton is a thriving city full of creatives. Here, I am able to find inspiration at every turn, and I believe that to have had an extremely positive impact not only on my work, but on my general outlook in life.

Why?
Design to me is largely about problem-solving. Studying Graphic Design at GCSE was my ‘A-ha!’ moment, sitting down at my computer and being able to think up and create something beautiful made me determined to work in this field.

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Hey everyone, I feel like I am joining the party late but  I have completed my quadriptych and worked on my blog. I hope to get some feedback as well.
https://www.touchedbyabi.co.uk/
Who am !?

I am Abigail or also known as Abi. Born in Amsterdam and now living in Manchester for about 7 years to date. I am a young christian lady and my faith has one of the biggest influences in my life. For motivation of any type, the Bible is my go to place! Bringing light, laughter and positive moods to where ever I go, is what makes me.. me.

What is it that I do?

I recently graduated as a Fashion Buyer/Designer in my bachelors degree. From the period the country was first in lockdown. I evolved as a self-taught graphic designer where I founded an online micro business, taking projects to create logo, flyers and other branding for micro business owners.

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the establishment of my business has been one of the biggest pivotal moments in my personal life and I extremely feel that I am on the right track to what I aspire to achieve. ( I will elaborate on this some time )

Where am I located?

I am currently located in the North of England in Manchester. After studying for 3 year in the west midlands, I am happy to be back in Manchester and enjoy being in the north more than anywhere else in the UK( proud Mancunian 'born in Holland though'. Being in Manchester has some influence on me as it is known to be a vibrant city with lots happening in and around the citycentre. It gives me a sense of being urban from the creative painting (grafitti) around the citycentre to the tall buildings in the likes of the big Hilton tower. It all leaves a mark of home in my heart and perhaps subconsciously feeds my creativity ( I believe).

Why have I chosen design and Why do I design?

I chose to pursue a career/education and lifestyle of being a designer because from a young age I always had a strong sense of love for being creative. From asking presents to be colouring books/ DIY craft sets and the early dream of becoming a fashion designer (hence the bachelors degree.. to my younger self ' you did it girl!') Designing for me is exercising my identity, giving a free course to the expression of my inner-self.

I like to picture the form of my creativity ( if this was ever tangible and visible) to be a bundle of light ,love and enjoyable energy.

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I made some changes after reflecting on the feedback I received. I think it's working much better now!

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Grateful for any comments! https://wix.to/WkCKBus

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Hi folks. Finally got my blog sorted...I think. I might have written quite a lot on my blog post! But I'm struggling to illustrate the "why design" bit for some reason.

Read my who/what/where/why? answers here:
http://blog.catcodes.co.uk/week-1-workshop-challenge/

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hi everyone :)

here's my final (i think!) quadriptych... i worked on it following some helpful feedback to try to bring the images together a bit more.

firstly i have made the cream a more consistent colour throughout by extending the cross in the "what" panel to bleed into the neighbouring squares and also changing the colour of the roundabout from grey to cream. as well as this i have rotated the roundabout to mimic the shape of the spark.

i would love to know your thoughts on any ways to improve any further!

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After some constructive feedback I have refined the colour palette and replaced the shapes in the bottom right panel with letters to convey the sense of communication as well as processing of information.

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Getting through the blog. Not sure if I am doing it correctly. Just feel like I am rambling on a bit. Feedback is appreciated.

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Hi everyone, my blog is up and running now with the first post 'Week 1'. I've never written a blog before so am always open to feedback.

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Hi everyone. I have been looking at my quadriptych again. I wanted to try and replicate the bands of colour that are in the bottom right in the top left. What are your thoughts? Do I need to make the yellow more prominent? Or scrap it altogether? Its only a screenshot of the to so sorry if the quality isn't great.

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More details on my blog: www.piotrschifler.com

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I have taken the feedback and made some improvements to the Draft such as resizing images and altering colors as well as making the cd fit in. if there's more for feedback please share I would like to make it better.

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Hi everyone! Firstly I just wanted to say thank you so much for everyone's feedback on my quads - it really helped me to refine my design and I am much happier with the final outcome now.

I wanted to post the first draft of my blog before the webinar - it shows the research, design process and final design.

It is in a very raw state - I need to sort the text out, I haven't read over it yet so probably full of typos! And ignore the pink text (it's to remind me to reference those parts! ;) )

Any feedback would be appreciated. And looking forward to the webinar!

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I have managed to reflect on most of the resources content in the link attached.

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Hello everybody!

It’s so great to e-meet everybody and see the work uploaded so far. Here’s my response to this week’s brief!

Who?

I’m Matt 👋 I’m 26 and I’m a lover of variable fonts and the colour mustard. I graduated from university a few years ago and focused primarily on print- both digital and traditional and product design. I love the simplicity and aesthetic of Apple and their brand work has inspired past and current designs. My design references my love of tactile design created in a digital output.

What?

I’m currently working(from home) as a Junior Graphic Designer at a Social Media agency in London called That Lot. This is a complete contrast to my studio work at university, but the theory still applies. I design for a range of clients, for multiple social networks and utilise different aspect ratios. (My visualisation includes 4:5 for Facebook, 9:16 for Instagram, 1:1 for Twitter and 16:9 for YouTube.)

Where?

Initially reading this question I considered where as a geographical answer and also a career answer. I’m originally from Blackpool but currently based in West Byfleet. I’m moving back to Blackpool for a few months (or until the world is back to normal!) so for now there are pieces of my life in both Blackpool and London. This section is homage to the Waterloo and City line which would transport me back to Waterloo Station after a few too many gins at the local pub. Where is also the beginning of my career as a Junior Designer.

Why?

I love the excitement design brings. Whether it’s reading a new brief, tapping through an Instagram Story or opening (and smelling) a new book! I’m constantly excited by what I see and surround myself in all elements of design. I love colour and I’d love to meet Sophie Robinson. I want to create work that brings the same excitement I feel and share it with others.

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WHO AM I?

My name is Gary Philo. I graduated in 2007 from my local university. Jobs were sparse when I first entered the world of work and so I ended up taking a role in the local police force. I spent 7 years here before making a stand and leaving, starting again from the bottom, and going back to what I loved – design. I moved around a couple of print companies before re-joining the police in their communications department which I kept at for several years. With enough experience behind me I then found my dream job as a Graphic Designer at a local authority. I suppose my work history in public services has kind of defined me as a person and as a Graphic Designer. I like to serve the public. Inspire, encourage and amaze them.

WHAT DO I DO?

The project I am most proud of right now is a stretch of 185m designed hoardings which encircles a leisure centre build. I decided to highlight the history of the site and its importance to the local area. I researched the images and its story before and designing each panel. I also even managed the installation! Being a proud Great Yarmouth resident, the real reward was seeing people reading the panels and reminiscing about yester year. If I can make a positive impact on someone’s life through design, I’m a happy man!

WHERE AM I?

I was born in London but moved to Great Yarmouth was I was eight years old. The place means a lot to me. I grew up here, found love here, started my family here and now I work here. It’s a great place to live and work but in terms of design jobs and finding other creatives it can be a bit difficult. I am perched on the east coast of the Great Britain and have to travel for 30-40 minutes to get to the nearest city. I am hoping, with so many working from home and with the new practices brought about by Covid, that networking and design will take on a more digital approach.

WHY DESIGN?

Design is important to me because improves accessibility for everyone. I am the first to admit that a 200-page document in Word isn’t the most exciting or digestible thing to read. But a designed version will not only keep my interest, it will also help with understanding of the text, its intended tone and its goals. I love it when there is a ‘happy design accident’ but I also love it when a brand is carefully thought out, based on history / culture and resonates for years to come. Ultimately, design makes me proud, excited and determined and I know that it will always will be part of who I am and how I identify.

Please have a look at my quadriptych below. I wanted to highlight my links with coast, my strong family foundation and the isolation which can sometime be felt not working in a studio and miles away from other creatives.

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I've added more about my working process.  I had to go back and redo some bits I had discarded along the way - I need to remember to document as I go!
http://lorritrewhella.com/2020/09/21/week-1/

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Hey Everyone, this is Mohammed Taha, I have both nationalities, Sudanese and Egyptian from my parents and don’t live in either of these countries since I was born and raised in Jeddah (Saudi Arabia).

i'm still working on my blog once, once i finalize it ill share the link with you all :)

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Hi everyone! I am getting there this weeks blog post, I'd love to know your thoughts. My quadriptych is also at the bottom of the page :)

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'...a studio is a combination of three things: the physical space, the people who occupy that space, and the work they produce.' (T. Brook; A. Shaughnessy, 2009, pg.12)

After viewing this week's lecture it became quite clear that the above ideas are still very applicable to the current way in which creatives operate. Working within a bubbling and constantly changing environment encourages innovation, which in turn allows new creative ideas and methods of practice to come through.

Working creatively is all about collaboration, no one is an expert in everything. So sharing ideas with collaborators, clients, family, friends, the postman, are great ways to develop an idea and turn it into something that not only looks amazing but also has a purpose.

One example case study would be that of Regular Practice, ran by Tom and Christopher. Two former MA students of the same college decided to create their own practice, where over a year later they are still running strong. Based in London (which was a common occurrence between all of the case studies), they share a studio with other young designers, which in turn allows for creative heads to bash together when working on projects. (Regular Practice 2020).

They chose to work within the design industry as it feels very rewarding when they know they can and have helped people, it creates a positive and achieved output at the end of a project. Each of these aspects of their work is something that I agree with. It is not only important to love what you do but to also understand the importance of conveying a message that will be easily understandable to your target audience.

I love Regular Practices' use of vibrant complementary colours that can be seen through a wide range of their projects, which I believe show their sense of fun, intrigue, and enjoyment of the brief. They are also not afraid to try the more traditional mediums of design to get their desired outcome.

I then decided to take a look at this week's visual resources, where I came across a wide variety of work that I would love to take reference from in future projects.

NBA Weekend Chicago Nike Customization graphics 2020 - AGraphic system and custom typefaces for the Nike customization lab at NBA All-Star Weekend Chicago, used across jerseys, shoes, and apparel.This piece of work stuck out to me above all of the rest due to its vibrant colors alone. A sense of a basketball court is easily distinguished from the arrangement of the simple shapes, even though the colors clash. There is a contrast between the digital style of typography and the roundness of the basketball and court. I admire this playful and effective approach to the advertisement. (Figure 1-4).

The arrangement of shapes and colours is reminiscent of that of the abstract artist Vassily Kandinskys Squares with Concentric Circles 1913 (figure 5) -

Black Devil Disco Club - Lucifer Is A Flower - I always love discovering unique and vibrant vinyl covers, it helps to give an identity to the artist and gives an idea to the customer what kind of music they are in store for. Although there are only two main colours that are used throughout the design when integrated with the almost art nouveau style font there is not much more colour that needs to be added. The addition of the photos helps in giving the artwork a real personal touch, that this project means something to someone, which is what music is all about.

After viewing each case study I came to a series of conclusions that I will take with me in my design career:

Telling the story effectively is just as important as the overall design, cutting design down to a minimum will help to get a message across. - Whilst something may look good stylistically, if it doesn't effectively convey the message then it will be of near to no use, there needs to be a 50/50 balance between the message and theme of design, and the actual designing itself. Once the message is understood by all parties the designing aspect will come much easier.

It's all about adapting to current situations and environments. - As Simon Manchipp from Someone Studio said, 'we are in the business of change'. The creative industry is always changing, new software updates, new ways to advertise, print techniques come through pretty much every year. To stay on top of these as well as the changing market and customer expectations will seem daunting, but I believe it is vital to do in order to stay ahead of the curve.

LOCATION LOCATION LOCATION - Whilst this may not be entirely true as a lot of professionals will work from the comfort of their own or on the move due to the ever-expanding digital marketplace, it is still an important factor to consider when someone is wanting to use physical real estate to set up their studio. As previously mentioned, each case study had a studio based in London, Someone Studio even had practices in Sydney, Berlin, and New York. I believe this was a striving force in the success of these case studies, being in an environment with such a vast culture will always bring with it new opportunities, new client relations, and new projects to work on.

However, it is still possible to use the digital landscape in order to get your work out there. In this week's reading Communication design: insights from the creative industries (D. Yates, J. Price, 2015) we follow Stefanie Posavec, a digital designer living in London. Whilst working as a cover artist for Penguin, a previous project she had made a few years previous was placed in an exhibition, where it was then blogged about. From this she started to receive more and more clients - "Digital transmission is helping these small ideas kick around in a way that they couldn't before." ( D. Yates, J. Price, 2015, pg.145). This helps to send out a positive message, the idea that your work can be seen by a much larger scale of people is very encouraging. After viewing this weeks reading resources and lecture material, it is clear that there is no 'one size fits all' (T. Brook; A. Shaughnessy, 2009) approach to a design practice, it's what works best for the team, location, and capabilities. The nature of modern graphic design, particularly with the online digital domain, means that studios can be set up from home.

It's okay to make mistakes - Yes and no, I believe right now for each of us doing the course, it is of course important to make mistakes. It is the best way for us to understand the improvements needed within ourselves, which will in turn inspire growth and creativity. Understanding how we operate and work on an individual level will put us in great stead for when we head into the more not so forgiving professional environment. Where mistakes are still okay, but they bust be learned upon and improved much quicker.

Work-life and home life - Whilst some projects may become larger than expected, which can be caused by changing budgets, deadline changes, and staff shortages, it is still important to keep work and home life separate. Not only will this help in avoiding burnout, but it also allows a good refresh, allowing the designer to come back into work the next day feeling positive. Following the case study of Sam Winston, he believes it creates a great discipline to turn off and back on from your work, which is something that I agree with.

This week's task required us to create a quadriptych that visualizes who we are, what we enjoy, where we live and the benefits of this, and what our influences are. A great way for the group to get to know each other a little more!

Before I started designing I wanted to establish an overall style that I wanted to make, for this I looked to Pinterest. I made a small mood board of images that I believed show both a person and their personality. I loved the abstract positioning and vibrant colours of these images, I knew this was how I was going to make my images.

After I had an overall idea I began creating my images. Whilst I was pleased with the overall style, I felt as though they were not incorporated enough. I decided to change the orange background of the 1st and 3rd and 4th image to a similar colour scheme to that of the orbs in the 2nd image.

After changing these colours I believe they are all incorporated much better, whilst still keeping the abstract positioning of layers.

It was inspiring to see the vast amount of creativity being posted on the shared Padlet page with my peers, within a matter of days it was filled with unique designs that really showed what design means to them. I was able to give some feedback on some of these pieces.

After a discussion with my tutor Paul in week three, he suggested that I try to incorporate the font from the 'why' and 'where' section even more into the artwork. After reflection I agree with him on this, as the font that I created is not used at all in the 'where' section, and the 'why' block needs some white adding to it.

This first week of my studies at Falmouth has been very positive and encouraging, there is a great sense of community within the group and I feel comfortable sharing my ideas and giving advice wherever I can. Never before have I had my work viewed and critiqued on such a personal level. I would normally keep my work to myself and only show close friends and tutors, however, I now feel happy to show my creative progress to the rest of the group. As I know we are all in the same boat.

This weeks learning resources gave me a better understandingof how creative studios operate. Between each studio in the lecture, and from the reading material, there was a sense of community and collaboration. This may not mean being around other creatives all of the time, but being open to suggestion opens up a lot of potentials, it removes barriers and creates connections for potential future projects.

I now know that to me, and a lot of others, the design is all about telling a story. Once you know the message you are trying to achieve, your audience, and the method in which you want to convey this, then the design process will come to a lot easier. This allows for creatives ideas to flow.

Brook, T and Shaughnessy, A (2009). Studio Culture. Unit Editions . p7-25.

Instagram. 2020. Regular Practice. [online] Available at: <https://www.instagram.com/p/CD1d_cVhG4J/?utm_source=ig_embed> [Accessed 13 October 2020].

Nimmer, D. 'What Is Abstract Art? And Why Should I Care?' Artist Network [online] Available: https://www.artistsnetwork.com/art-inspiration/what-is-abstract-art/. [Last accessed 24th September 2020.]

Non Format. 2020. 'Lucifer is a Flower'. Non Format 2020 [online]. Available at: http://non-format.com/lucifer-is-a-flower [last accessed 24th September 2020]

Regular Practice. 2020. 'Who, What, Where and Why?' [lecture] GDE710 for MA Graphic Design. Falmouth: Falmouth University 24th September 2020.

Scheffe, C. (2020). 'NBA All-Star Weekend Chicago Nike Customization graphics' . Chloe Scheffe 2020 [online] Available: https://chloescheffe.github.io/asw_chicago.html . [Last accessed 24th September 2020]

Scheffe, C., 2020. NBA All Star Weekend Chicago Chloe Scheffe. [online] Visuelle. Available at: <https://visuelle.co.uk/> [Accessed 9 October 2020].

Yates, D. and Price, J., 2015. Communication Design. London, UK: Fairchild Books, p.145.

Figure 1-4: Scheffe, C. 2020. NBA All Star Weekend Chicago Nike Customisation graphics 2020. Chloe Scheffe [online] Available at: https://chloescheffe.github.io/asw_chicago.html[last accessed 24th September 2020]

Figure 5: Kandinsky, W. 1913. Squares with Concentric Circles. Artists Network [online]. Available at: https://www.artistsnetwork.com/art-inspiration/what-is-abstract-art/[last accessed 24th September 2020]

Figure 6-8: Non-Format. 2020. Black Devil Disco Club - Lucifer Is A Flower. Non-Format [online]. Available at: http://non-format.com/lucifer-is-a-flower [last accessed 24th September 2020]

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'...a studio is a combination of three things: the physical space, the people who occupy that space, and the work they produce.' (T. Brook; A. Shaughnessy, 2009, pg.12) After viewing this week's lecture it became quite clear that the above ideas are still very applicable to the current way in which creatives operate.

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I'm a bit late to the party, but here is my Quad.
My identity is tied up in my hair and glasses, as without them I would feel invisible.
A pivotal point is my career was when I got paid for a design for the first time, after doing lots of pro bono work.
I like in the UK and currently feel a great divide from the rest of the continent, a place I love and find inspiration.
The reason I love design and the visual arts is because it is my way of understanding the world and processing information that would otherwise seem unmanageable.
So, feedback is welcome and I hope I can improve on this design.

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Hi guys! My name is Beatris, I am a little bit late to the introduction party. I just have finish the challenge for this week and I was wondering if you would share your thoughts on it. I love seeing people share their work and ideas on this platform. Looking forward to meeting all of you.

QUESTIONS & ANSWERS:

WHO AM I?
My name is Beatris. Since a very young age I have always been in love with Art. My life has always revolved around it. Being somewhat an introvert kid, I have used art as a way of expressing my feelings and thoughts. I learned many techniques when it came to painting and drawing and I was always looking to improve. Later on in life I decided to turn my trusty canvas in a digital screen. And I have loved this experience ever since.

WHERE AM I?
I am originally from Ploiesti, a small town from Romania. Four years ago I have moved to London to start my undergraduate studies. Moving for the first time away from home was challenging and tough in the beginning, but I soon learnt how to socialize in this big city and how to make friends from all over the world.

WHAT DO I DO?
Last year I have graduated from LCF (London College of Fashion), where I have finished my studies in Fashion Bags and Accessories. I loved this course. During this course I learned how to work with leather to create products, I have developed my digital skills by creating tech packs (2D illustrations of the bags, true to scale) and also I have learnt how to be myself, come up with new ideas, be inventive and creative.

WHY DESIGN?
I find myself most at peace when I design. I let my imagination run free, always led by my intuition. I want to create meaningful designs that can help people in any shape or form. I love having a part in making today's society a brighter and more positive place :).

Here is also a link to my blog for feedback. Thank you!!
https://bybeatris.wixsite.com/blog

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Hi everyone - I've made an attempt at bringing together this week in one blog post. I'm not sure if this is the right way to do it (length, language, content etc.), so I welcome any constructive criticism!
I love seeing everyones work, such a great variety in approach and technique!

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Lecture reflection

Seeing the case studies of week 1's lecture gave me some new perspectives on what it means to be part of a graphic design studio as well as how varied different studios's practice and processes are. In Tony Brook and Adrian Shaughnessy's book, Studio Culture, Shaughnessy (2009) mentions three key aspects of which a design studio is made up of: The physical space, the people who occupy that space and the work they produce. These points might be a good foundation for an analysis of design studios and so, further, I will reflect upon the case studies in light of Shaughnessy's (2009) three points.

Fig. 1: Winston 2020. A E I O U. [Typeset with typewriter and Adobe InDesign]

SPACE
All of the design studios presented in the lecture were based in London. Having lived in London for a brief period of time, I can imagine, as several of the studios mentioned, that one is bound to get a lot of impressions from the busy city. Therefor, I am not surprised to hear that Sam Winston uses his studio space as a silent place where he can explore ideas and concepts by himself.

It might be interesting to draw lines between the way in which a design studio is set up and the work that springs out from the space. Looking at Sam Winston's work, I can't help but notice that there is a systematic simplicity to it. However, the work also seems to reflect a sense of noise and loudness. This is interesting as Sam mentions in his interview that he takes in many impressions from the loud city, but works in silence with his ideas, considerate of what he brings into his work space.

Looking at Regular Practice's (who share a studio with their creative friends) work, a sense of play comes to my mind. Although they also seem to have a systematic and clean approach to their work, it seems more colourful and fluid to me, than Sam's work.

Fig. 2: Regular Practice 2019. Identity for the Royal College of Arts graduate exhibition. [brand identity]

Assuming that Sam's and Regular Practice's work is a mere result of the different studio spaces from where they are produced, might not be entirely correct. However, I think it's interesting to reflect upon a possible correlation between the space in which a piece of work is created and the end result.

PEOPLE
Looking at design process, I think it's essential to reflect upon collaboration and how you go about working with others and who with. Listening to how the different design studios collaborate, I noticed how much their preferences in working with others varies. Whilst collaboration seemed to be the core of Regular Practice's process, Intro Design seemed to be working by themselves most of the time.

WORK
When asked to reflect upon what design is, Regular Practice's answer particularly resonated with me. At the end of the day, all design studios will do the work in the way they think is right - what separate different design practices is the stylistic and conceptual choices. They also mentioned that a designer should be a bit geeky and have an interest in diving into new topics and techniques they haven't tried before. The notion of variation and unexplored territory is what got me interested in design and I hope to make exploration and play an even bigger part of my practice as I move forward with my studies.

As we embark on our MA's I think it will be interesting to see how our design studio (I suppose we can refer to our course as a studio) will grow from our spaces, people and areas of work. How will we work together and how will our studio evolve - and to what? As we participate from around the world, I look forward to seeing how different cultures and technologies will affect our practice and processes over the next two years.

Resources reflection

The resources from week 1 all seemed to be about studio culture and what it means to be a designer. I was especially intrigued by the case studies presented in the lecture, but also in the book Communication Design: insights from the creative industries (Yates and Price 2015). Reading about different design practices and approaches made me realise that there are so many ways of being a designer today.

I have often gone to It's Nice That for design inspiration and so it was interesting to read the interview with the founder, Will Hudson. The website started as a university project and was initially meant to be a collection of resources (Yates and Price 2015). I think It's Nice That is a great journal for me to look at for inspiration for the journal you are currently reading. Much like Hudson points out, a collection of resources should be carefully edited and both the writing and references should have a unified tone of voice (Yates and Price 2015).

Hudson goes on to explain how he focuses on maintaining quality in his work and the importance of working with interesting brands and people, rather than catering everything you do to a certain audience (Yates and Price 2015). As a designer I am intrigued by the idea of following my own interests, rather than creating design simply for the sake of hitting an audience. If one is to only follow an audience's interests without thinking about one's own interests as a designer, how is one supposed to create something experimental and innovative? Of course, the audience is still an important aspect of design, but I think there is a balance that needs to be found between the audience's interests and the designer's. Perhaps the solution is to be restrictive about what types of clients and projects you take on? On the other hand, some might argue that an important part of a designer's skillset is the ability to alter his or her interests to a client or audience.

In addition to the listed books in week 1, I also had a look at the visual resources: www.designeverywhere.tumblr.com and www.visuelle.co.uk. I collected some references in my digital sketchbook and had a closer look at each reference in order to find out what drew me to them.
SWISS ART AWARDS - Siri Backmann

Fig. 3: Bachmann 2013-2014. SWISS ART AWARDS. [visual identity]

I think the typography used in this visual identity has a uniqueness to it. It feels classical, yet modern with it's pointy and slightly unconventional details. Due to it's uniqueness and amount of space given on posters and brochures, I think it's a nice way of creating a visual base, which will maintain brand awareness, even if the colours and graphic shapes changes.
SUSUMU YOKOTA - CLOUD HIDDEN - Non-Format & ANTI

Fig. 4: Non-Format 2019. Susumu Yokota - Cloud Hidden. [vinyl cover]

The realistic aspect of the photograph is an interesting contrast to the graphic flat background. I like the delicate and natural texture of the moss cloud. The surreal approach of creating a cloud out of a different material than a cloud normally consists of, is also very interesting and creative to me. Whilst the medium of photography and graphic design creates variety and contrast, the simplicity in the use of colours and shapes creates harmony and unity.
MINYONS DE TERRASSA - Xavi Miranda

Fig. 5: Miranda 2020. 6M. [visual identity]

This reference proves the importance of placement in typography and how it can enhance one's narrative. One doesn't necessarily have to build figures out of letters, but experimenting with type as shapes, lines, waves etc. can be an interesting and important part of a composition.
DOMO - Wedge Studio & Philippe Dionne Bussières

Fig. 6: Wedge Studio and Bussières 2019. Domo Neighbourhood Apartments. [brand identity]

By adding a slight twist to the M in the logo, whilst keeping the formality and geometric sense of the remaining letters, creates a playful, yet sophisticated look. The combination of geometry and fluidity is also used in the illustrations, which creates unity and cohesiveness. The playful approach breaks with the traditional corporate aesthetic that one might normally see in relator agencies' brand identities, enabling DOMO to stand out and appeal to a younger demographic.

Workshop challenge

I started my work on the quadriptych by reflecting on the questions the work was supposed to answer.

Who are you?
My name is Ingrid Reigstad and I work as a digital marketer in Oslo. I have previously studied Fashion Photography at Falmouth University, but after moving back to Norway, my practice has shifted towards graphic design. I still photograph, but as a hobby, usually on vacation and in my spare time. I like animals, everything cozy and learning new things.

What is it that you do?
I love to experiment and play as much as I can with my work. However, up until recently, I didn't experiment much with typography. A pivotal project would therefor be a personal branding project for a fictional indie band, where I decided to experiment with expressive typefaces. This has inspired me to learn more about typography and I am now eager to start experimenting with making my own letters.

Where are you?
I am based in Oslo, Norway. During my photography degree I lived in Falmouth and London, and after moving back home I've realised how much of my identity lies in being Norwegian. Oslo is an urban city packed with things to do, but there is also a lot of nature here and a river running through the town. Living in the south of Norway means that I get to experience big changes in seasons and I always feel inspired by the changes in weather and my surroundings. Scandinavia is known for it's design, and I think my work is somewhat influenced by the clean aesthetic our area is known for. However, I am also drawn to more expressive design, which might differentiate from traditional Scandinavian design.

Why Design?
I have always been interested in aesthetics and creativity. As a person I get easily caught up in new interests and this is why design is such a good medium for me. There is always a new topic to explore and a new technique to try. The adaptive medium fulfils my need for variation and constant exploration.

After reflecting upon the questions, I created a moodboard on Pinterest with visual references. I also sketched out ideas in my sketchbook. I wanted my quadriptych to have some sort of handmade element in it, something organic that stemmed from the physical self. I therefor played around with some drawings and cutouts, which I later imported to illustrator.

After sketching out some ideas, I started working in illustrator to see what worked on screen. My first attempts were quite busy. I wanted to keep a fun and expressive aesthetic, but I also wanted the work to feel balanced and sleek. I therefor decided to focus on one colour in my graphics, which led to a more cohesive look.

After submitting the last image of the gallery above to the ideas wall, I received feedback suggesting to make the copy on image 1 less literal. Paul also suggested to make the quadriptych simpler somehow. I agreed with both suggestions and decided to drop the grid of drawings in image 3. I only really felt as if the face added to my concept and so I chose to focus on that one drawing. In order to get across the message of variety and flexibility in design, I added a "thought-bubble" above the head, illustrating my constant change of interests.

In image 1 I decided to play on the word "snap" as in snapping a photo. I started my creative journey in photography, but now my photography work mainly consists of taking snapshots in my spare time. I'm a fan of quirky sounds and words and so I tried to translate this into the copy, in order to make it more abstract.

Fig. 8: Reigstad 2020. Workshop challenge week 1

Looking back at my first attempts in relation to the final result, I'm reminded of the importance of editing, pointed out by Will Hudson (Yates and Price 2015), mentioned previously in this blog post. In the beginning of the proses I had a lot of ideas, that didn't necessarily work well together. I think an important part of making the quadriptych was to strip it back and toss ideas that, although being good ideas on their own, didn't add to the cohesiveness of the image.

Summary of the week

This week has forced me to look at myself and figure out how my personality correlates with and influences my design practice. Learning about different designers' practices, journeys and ways of working has shown me the importance of being yourself, also in your design practice.

There seems to have been a sense of nervousness amongst several of us this week (which is only natural when starting something new), but seeing the variety of approaches to this week's workshop challenge, as well as the variety in approaches to design in general in the lecture's case studies, proves that there is no right or wrong in design. I leave this week feeling more confident in my way of working, yet intrigued to learn new ways and skillsets over the next two years.

REFERENCES:

BROOK, Tony and Adrian SHAUGHNESSY. 2009. Studio Culture. London: Unit Editions.

YATES, Derek and Jessie PRICE. 2015. Communication Design: insights from the creative industries. New York: Fairchild Books.

LIST OF FIGURES:
Figure 1. Sam WINSTON. 2020. A E I O U. Instagram [online]. Available at: https://www.instagram.com/p/CDUCaEBhvFM/

Figure 2. REGULAR PRACTICE. 2019. Identity for the Royal College of Arts graduate exhibition. Instagram [online]. Available at: https://www.instagram.com/p/BzYes2uhvRj/

Figure 3. Siri BACHMANN. 2013-2014. SWISS ART AWARDS. Siri Bachmann [online]. Available at: http://www.siribachmann.com/new-page

Figure 4. NON-FORMAT. 2019. Susumu Yokota - Cloud Hidden. Behance [online]. Available at: https://www.behance.net/gallery/86302691/Susumu-Yokota-Cloud-Hidden

Figure 5. Xavi MIRANDA. 2020. 6M. Behance [online]. Available at: https://www.behance.net/gallery/58761401/6M?tracking_source=best_of_behance

Figure 6. WEDGE STUDIO and Philippe Dionne BUSSIÈRES. 2019. Domo Neighbourhood Apartments. Behance [online]. Available at: https://www.behance.net/gallery/89244217/Domo-Neighbourhood-Apartments-Brand-Identity

Figure 7: Ingrid REIGSTAD. 2020. Workshop challenge week 1 experiments. Private collection: Ingrid Reigstad.

Figure 8: Ingrid REIGSTAD. 2020. Workshop challenge week 1. Private collection: Ingrid Reigstad.

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Seeing the case studies of week 1's lecture gave me some new perspectives on what it means to be part of a graphic design studio as well as how varied different studios's practice and processes are.

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Thank you all for the feedback on readability of the text. I have tried to make it more clear whilst keeping the images and style the same as I felt this was working. Would love some feedback on whether you feel this is more clear to read?

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So many interesting people here! Really happy to be a part of this community. I am still working on my blog, but I have the quadriptych posted here on Padlet! All feedback is welcome! Like many, I have a hard time describing myself, so hope it is clear enough. A bit about me...

Who?
My name is Taylor Sanchez but I go by my middle name, Scout. No particular reason, I just always have! I currently work in marketing/ graphic design for a wholesale furniture company.  I love anything textile. I have no experience with it thus far, but for those of you who do have experience I would love to chat!

What?
I Perhaps my most fun projects thus far have been graphics for my company... I work with one other designer so there is a lot of creative liberty in the things we create. I have designed anything from envelopes, notebooks to large wall signs for our showroom. But perhaps my most daring work is the stick and poke tattoo I did to my own leg (featured on the quadriptych). This was probably the moment where I realized I trusted myself enough as an artist to really make this commitment. It is simple, but still I enjoy it.

Where?
I am born and raised in Los Angeles, California, but I have lived in Lugano, Switzerland as well as Oslo, Norway. I now live between San Francisco and LA. I am basically always on the road but I enjoy it! I know this is not so much of "where" but I speak French, Spanish, and Italian rather fluently as well as very broken Norwegian.

Why?
Growing up in LA, you are surrounded by the movie industry. I have always been fascinated with story telling and this idea of sharing a message. Especially nowadays, I feel the world is coming to a point where we all want to stand out and be heard. Graphic Design is my go-to medium for this!

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Is anyone else having problems with comments disappearing? I’m sure I’ve given feedback a few times that is just gone now!

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Hi everyone! Looking at all this amazing work is really inspiring! I have to be honest though, I have not found this first challenge that easy, as I always struggle to write about myself a little. I'd appreciate your feedback on my first draft!

WHO AM I?

Slovakian Geordie, print enthusiast, serial plant killer, bad film connoisseur, gin lover, coffee drinker, tattoo collector, cat mother, master procrastinator

WHAT DO I DO?

I have a degree in Graphic Design and I work as a Packaging Design Project Manager. I have worked with a few global food, beverage, and beauty clients, helping them bring their design concepts to life and on the shelves. I have also tried my luck in fashion design and photography, but quickly realized it’s wasn’t for me. I try to learn new things and keep my mind occupied with small projects. A project that’s still really close to my hear was designing my brother’s wedding stationery and I am currently working on illustrations for my friend’s children's book he wrote for his daughter. I would love to open my letterpress studio one day!

WHERE AM I?

I was born in Slovakia and moved to Newcastle upon Tyne when I was 18. Newcastle quickly became my second home! Newcastle is best knows for its brilliant accent, Alan Shearer (magpies!), and Greggs (you’re welcome)

WHY DESIGN?

I can’t imagine doing anything else anymore. I have always used design as a form of escape and education. The design offers possibilities to do what you love, gives you the freedom to express yourself, it challenges everyday norms and makes the world a better and more beautiful place. The sky is your limit, free your mind.

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Just to let everyone know that there are now 45 students in your cohort. Some are joining mid to late this week so please welcome the new ones. For those just joined try to attend the webinar tomorrow night 18h - 19h BST. Don’t panic you can catch up with this week. It is a real ice breaker. Attached is your module guide which I have emailed but just in case your account was not working when I sent it here it is. I am the course leader and module leader and I can’t wait to see you all tomorrow along with your tutors Harriet and Paul.

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Hi Guys

Thanks for the feedback. I’ve tried to incorporate a bit of what everyone said and also play around with the layout of the piece. I’d love to hear your guys thoughts,

Who am I: My name is Chris, I’m Filipino British and have always Loved illustration and design as well as sport and music. I am a self taught designer with a degree in sports science.

What do I do: Having had no formal design education I initially worked freelance on as many projects as I could for anyone that would let me. During this time I was able to work on a brand overhaul which led to my current role as an in house designer for a healthcare company working across a wide range of design.

Where am I: I was born in Camberley, Surrey and have ended up back here after years of travel and moving. Although it’s sort of a commuter town it’s surrounded by countryside which helps me to relax and unwind.

Why Design: I became fascinated by design because of its ability to transcend language. Growing up not speaking my mother’s language the idea that there was a form of communication that could be understood by all was exciting. I love that great design can be understood and create an identity for people everywhere in the world.

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I have finally managed to launch my blog. Better late than never.
https://www.ma.creatingastorm.co.za/about

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MY DESIGN JOURNEY

I'm an award-winning packaging design specialist with 14 years' experience rebranding and creating for some of South Africa's best-loved brands.
I founded my studio Creating A Storm because I wanted to innovate packaging design in South Africa. From local artisan brands to commercial "own" brands. I deliver theatre on the shelf and create story journeys that customers come ack to time and again.
The next avenue in my design journey, is the pursuit of my MA Graphic Design. This journal seeks to document my thoughts and inspirations along the way.

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MY DESIGN JOURNEY I'm an award-winning packaging design specialist with 14 years' experience rebranding and creating for some of South Africa's best-loved brands. I founded my studio Creating A Storm because I wanted to innovate packaging design in South Africa. From local artisan brands to commercial "own" brands.

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this is just and idea experiment for my draft. I'm still trying to fix some issues thanks to the feedback and I wonder if this is better then the square idea thank you.

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Who are you?
My name is Storm. My career, character and life embody my name.

What is it you do?
I am a packaging designer. The level of joy and excitement I felt at seeing my first packaging design project on display in a standard South African supermarket was a defining moment in my career. My design was brought to life for friends, family and strangers to see and appreciate. I was so proud I must have bought ten tubs of Yum-Yum peanut butter that day.

Where am I?
My studio is situated in central Cape Town just below Table Mountain. I'm in the heart of a culturally diverse city, buzzing with energy and creativity, juxtaposed against the tranquility of the forest and mountains. I'm inspired by the sites and visual stimulation of everyday city life and yet the peaceful mountain setting creates a calm environment in which to execute my work.

Why design?
Design is the need to create and it is an essential to me as breathing. I want to deliver theatre on shelf visible to people from all walks of life on a daily basis. I see a walk through the grocery store as an exhibition and storytelling journey for others to appreciate.

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Hello everyone sorry I’m a bit late sharing my quadryptch and initial ideas, I have set up my blog and here is my first sketch and initial thoughts about my identity and how I fit into design.

Who am I?

I’m Emma M and I’m a designer based in Northamptonshire. I have a lovely husband Jaime, a beautiful daughter called Amelia who is three years old, we have two cats called Frankie and Billy and two guinea pigs called Macaroni (or Mac for short) and Nero or also called Nemo by my daughter. I’m passionate about design and have a HND with distinctions in Graphic Design and just graduated from Bedford College with Northampton University with a BA (hons) in Graphic Communication.

What do I do?

I work full-time for a printing company in Kettering that are currently setting-up an in-house creative agency. In my own time I like to explore motion graphics and moving images in general. In the quadriptych I have used a coffee cup card that I made a few years ago that was one of the first projects I decided to go public with and I loved sharing this small story of how my husband and I met. This is the type of design that I am passionate about because I’m sharing a story through design.

Where am I?

I’m based in the heart of Northamptonshire in a little village called Irchester, but I work in Kettering and have a variety of culture and resources around me. I am originally from Cambridgeshire so have strong roots back to the Fenland area as well as family in the City of Cambridge, so I have a rich heritage that I am proud of too.

Why design?

I started my career in Administration and ended up working at a design agency in Peterborough as an Account Manager. I used to sit in the design studio when briefing jobs in and be in complete ore of how the designers would play the Mac keyboard as though it were musical and be able to produce visually stunning work, but as time went on I started to come up with my own ideas for briefs and had a real sense of pleasure from the problem solving and the light bulb moments when you realise you have a great idea. So I went back to college and haven’t looked back.

I would really appreciate any feedback and input on my initial thoughts!

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Hello everyone sorry I’m a bit late sharing my quadryptch and initial ideas, I have set up my blog and here is my first sketch and initial thoughts about my identity and how I fit into design.

Who am I?

I’m Emma M and I’m a designer based in Northamptonshire. I have a lovely husband Jaime, a beautiful daughter called Amelia who is three years old, we have two cats called Frankie and Billy and two guinea pigs called Macaroni (or Mac for short) and Nero or also called Nemo by my daughter. I’m passionate about design and have a HND with distinctions in Graphic Design and just graduated from Bedford College with Northampton University with a BA (hons) in Graphic Communication.

What do I do?

I work full-time for a printing company in Kettering that are currently setting-up an in-house creative agency. In my own time I like to explore motion graphics and moving images in general. In the quadriptych I have used a coffee cup card that I made a few years ago that was one of the first projects I decided to go public with and I loved sharing this small story of how my husband and I met. This is the type of design that I am passionate about because I’m sharing a story through design.

Where am I?

I’m based in the heart of Northamptonshire in a little village called Irchester, but I work in Kettering and have a variety of culture and resources around me. I am originally from Cambridgeshire so have strong roots back to the Fenland area as well as family in the City of Cambridge, so I have a rich heritage that I am proud of too.

Why design?

I started my career in Administration and ended up working at a design agency in Peterborough as an Account Manager. I used to sit in the design studio when briefing jobs in and be in complete ore of how the designers would play the Mac keyboard as though it were musical and be able to produce visually stunning work, but as time went on I started to come up with my own ideas for briefs and had a real sense of pleasure from the problem solving and the light bulb moments when you realise you have a great idea. So I went back to college and haven’t looked back.

I would really appreciate any feedback and input on my initial thoughts!

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Here is my first draft :)

Who:
This is a logo that I designed for myself. It started off as a campaign logo for Student Welfare President, which I decided to develop because it reminds me of the type of work I want to do; I love helping people and coming up with solutions that will improve someone's wellbeing.

where:
I originally came from Weston-Super-Mare and moved to Falmouth for my BA degree. Falmouth made me feel so welcome! It was like a friendlier version of home! I cannot begin to describe how much the university has helped me grow as a person; I certainly would have never thought that I would have the confidence to become an ambassador, student mentor and jump off a plane.

why:
The concept of earning an income a smile at a time is very humbling. I love figuring out how to improve someone's wellbeing.

what:
I am a recent graduate and looking for work. Since its unlikely that many people will be visiting family's for Christmas, I've been developing a Christmas cracker that is designed to fit in a letter box, and you can open it yourself. Its a way for families to send a smile no matter where you are.

https://www.tbgraphicdesign.co.uk/post/manage-your-blog-from-your-live-site

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hello everyone!!

here is my first go at my quadriptych... any feedback would be hugely appreciated :)

who: i am a self-confessed "crazy cat lady" (and general animal lover) as well as being an avid reader

what: i currently work for a charity where a large aspect of my role involves creating social media content, newsletters, educational worksheets, etc. the charity aims to encourage human and veterinary medicine/healthcare to collaborate more - hence the nudge to the red cross and hand holding the paw!

where: i currently live in a town called Basingstoke which is renowned for its ridiculous amount of roundabouts!

why: there's nothing i love more than when my creativity is sparked by something

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This is my final result. I hope you like it!.

WHO?
My name is Laura, I'm from Spain and I hate describing myself haha well I'll try my best.... I have the most lovely dog in the world (Samba). I love electronic music, especially psytrance. I am also very interested in oriental philosophy, meditation etc...

WHAT?
I just finish my undergraduate degree in illustration at UAL (London university of arts) My final project was probably the most important one for me, since I spent hours and hours in front of my laptop, learning how to use software and defining my style. Now I can say that I can use illustrator quiet well thanks to that project. Also I had the opportunity to experiment a lot with my style and now is much more defined.

WHERE?
I am living in London for 8 years now.  I must say that living here has influenced every aspect of my personality and my perception of design.  Sometimes I get overwhelmed by this huge city, full of people everywhere. But on the other hand, there is no other place like this  to meet people from every part of the world, know other cultures and open your mind.

WHY?
Graphic design gives you endless opportunities to express ideas through images. Being an illustrator I always use illustration as a resource, but during this course I would like to explore more ways of creating.

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Hi guys, thanks to all the great feedback I've been able to really polish my workshop project and have now written a blog post about it :)

How is everyone else's work coming along? I'm really enjoying logging onto padlet and seeing all the great stuff everyone's been creating!

https://walczart.wixsite.com/website

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I have the same octopus on your desk!

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I finally have a blog that is sort of working! Wordpress has been really difficult for me to get my head around, I needed to keep these posts separate from my other things and nothing wanted to cooperate.

http://lorritrewhella.com/2020/09/21/week-1/

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After thinking and initially over complicating, I decided the answer to the questions were in my photography, excepting what I do, bit it is my work. As for why Design? Design excites me so went for my excited face!

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I have changed things around quite a bit with my blog:

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Hi Guys

Thanks for the feedback. I’ve tried to stick to the minimalist theme but I’m unsure in whether the cartoon image is too busy for the rest of the piece.? And if I should think about leaning towards a more monochrome palate? I’d love any feedback.

Who am I: My name is Chris, I’m Filipino British and have always Loved illustration and design as well as sport and music. I am a self taught designer with a degree in sports science.

What do I do: Having had no formal design education I initially worked freelance on as many projects as I could for anyone that would let me. During this time I was able to work on a brand overhaul which led to my current role as an in house designer for a healthcare company working across a wide range of design.

Where am I: I was born in Camberley, Surrey and have ended up back here after years of travel and moving. Although it’s sort of a commuter town it’s surrounded by countryside which helps me to relax and unwind.

Why Design: I became fascinated by design because of its ability to transcend language. Growing up not speaking my mother’s language the idea that there was a form of communication that could be understood by all was exciting. I love that great design can be understood and create an identity for people everywhere in the world.

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Thank you for the feedback! I have tried to change the boxes and decided to make it look like a sketch book. :)

My blog is also now live:
https://bertamaizel.wordpress.com

Who am I?
My name is Berta Maizel. I have a degree in hospitality business management, and during my studies, I found myself very interested in graphic design.

What do I do?
While studying, I have started designing various items, and my first one was a ticket to an event at the university I used to study. Currently, I mainly design logos, posters and carry on learning and testing myself in this field.

Where am I?
Originally I am from Vilnius, Lithuania and I have moved to live in Birmingham, United Kingdom. I believe that travelling in between both of the counties, different environments and people has helped me to step out of my comfort zone and boost my creativity whilst designing.

Why design?
Design, to me, means freedom. Firstly because creating and designing has helped me to understand what I truly love doing and what I want to do in the future. Secondly, Graphic Design is an amazing way to express your thoughts, feelings, emotions and ideas in a digital world.

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Thank you to Kevin and Katy for the suggestions, which have taken on board! I have changed the 1st quad which was a photo, to just the hands in order to get rid of the circle focus there, and have also changed it to flat colour in order to make it tie in with the other 3 more. I think it looks better. Open to any other suggestions if anyone has any... I think the first one can still be improved but unsure how. I have experimented moving the hands around - this loose 'heart' shape seemed best as it also tied in with the one below it. I tried different loose outlines on the hands but they didn't look right

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Hi everyone - here is my initial idea for my Quadriptych. I would love to get your thoughts and feedback.
Is anyone else having trouble viewing the images this morning?
Thanks, Lou

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Hey everyone, it's nice to meet you all electronically. This is my first proper draft, would love to get some feedback and thoughts. This is all quite new to me so will not be offended by anything, just happy to keep learning and improving. I wanted to keep quite an illustration feel to the pages as I feel like they are pages from a story of things that make up me.

Who am I?
My name is Mina! I've been thinking a lot about this question and came to the conclusion that I am made up of two parts, one that is fixed and in the past and is fact - things that will not change. And the other is ever changing, developing and growing.

Why Design?
Endless possibilities and questions, and stories. Design can be abstract or obvious, things can be seen and interpreted in so many different ways by so many different people and this fascinates me.

What do I do?
I have just graduated from an interior design degree at Falmouth, so interior design I would say is my most recent design background but I have a love of illustration, storytelling, creating. I have no actual experience in Graphic design though.

Where am I?
Falmouth, Cornwall. Originally from Bristol, but being in Falmouth gives me space to breathe, and I am someone who really needs that in order to create.

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Following on from Paul's feedback on making the aesthetic of all the images the same, I turn the two top photos into the minimalist look of the bottom two. Using the same colour palette throughout. I think this works a lot better and allows the images to work on their own aswell as a quadriptych.

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It’s really lovely to meet everyone virtually. I’ve been working on my latest draft, I’ve found it a lil challenging, but excited to hear any feedback and get to know everyone a bit better. So here’s a snapshot of me:

Who am I?

My name is Katy Smith. I previously studied a BSc in Marketing and Media Communications. Throughout my studies I worked as a Social Media Specialist, so here’s my take on a responsive logo designed with social in mind.

What do I do?

I have a love for branding. I find the psychology of design and how it can motivate and create emotion and attachment for a consumer fascinating. I’ve recently fallen in love with drawing again, so as a self-initiated project, I designed a tropical chocolate bar and this was part of the packaging design.

Where am I?

I’m born and raised in Milton Keynes in the South-East of England, the place of many roundabouts. MK, as it is locally known, was a city built on functional design. We use the grid system and roundabouts to connect us all. This has had some influence on my design practice as I like to design for a purpose and create something that positively impacts people’s lives.

Why design?

For me, design is a remarkably powerful tool to tell stories. Those stories can be a catalyst to bring about social change. It can enhance emotions and be used for social good to create a better world for everyone living in it.

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Further to my previous post of my sketch, this is what I have done so far with my quads..

In terms of the design, I've done my best to bring colours together, I have taken the dotted borders that were already on the logo and around the actual clay mould (if you look up close!) and incorporated this theme into all quads to link them together. I have also tried to bring a cheerful/playful spirit with some of the loose drawings to show my personality.
I'm not sure how well the first quad fits with the rest as it is the only photo and I'm not sure what else I could do to improve it...

Anyway, below explains each quad a bit more

Who? Photo of my family lockdown handprint moulds. My family is the centre of my life. I have a 3 year old and a 4 month old baby :)

What? The second quad is the first logo I designed for myself and was pivotal for me as it was my first graphic design experiment as my degree was in Textiles.

Why? Heart with thought bubble and light bulb to show one of my favourite things about graphic design is that moment when you have an idea, everything finally 'clicks', and falls into place

Where? I have used the bee to represent Manchester, where I live. The bee has always represented Manchester but ever since the bombing at Manchester Arena, the bee has held particular significance and can be seen all over the city, helping give everyone a sense of unity here.

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Hi Guys

Great to meet everyone (electronically at least) looking forward to meeting you all at the webinar.

I’m working through some initial ideas and would really appreciate any feedback, im really torn on the use of text and whether I should maybe substitute it for an image?

Who am I: My name is Chris, I’m Filipino British and have always Loved illustration and design as well as sport and music. I am a self taught designer with a degree in sports science.

What do I do: Having had no formal design education I initially worked freelance on as many projects as I could for anyone that would let me. During this time I was able to work on a brand overhaul which led to my current role as an in house designer for a healthcare company working across a wide range of design.

Where am I: I was born in Camberley, Surrey and have ended up back here after years of travel and moving. Although it’s sort of a commuter town it’s surrounded by countryside which helps me to relax and unwind.

Why Design: I became fascinated by design because of its ability to transcend language. Growing up not speaking my mother’s language the idea that there was a form of communication that could be understood by all was exciting. I love that great design can be understood and create an identity for people everywhere in the world.

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Looking forward to seeing you all on Thursday for the Webinar! I’ve just put together a little something and would love some feedback!

Who am I?

I’m Kelly hence the ‘KLS’, I have a degree in fashion management and communication which I gained in 2018. I am constantly influenced by people around me and looking at what effects people in life and looking at design as a release of thought and feelings. I think a lot of my work is inspired by issues I am passionate about like mental health, I myself suffer from social anxiety so I think that awareness is important.

What is it that you do?

Throughout my degree I learnt that I loved illustrating and using photography to create comedic but poignant piece like the ‘hoolies’ in the corner- they’re a bit like marmite you either love them or hate them.

Where are you?

I am born and bred in Sheffield in the North of England- famous for its steel and the best football team in the world, Sheffield Wednesday. I think being brought up in the North I’ve seen the neglect of the North since the industries we’ve relied on have been abandoned, I think this has been a focus for me in recent years as I love where I live and want it to prosper.

Why?

I think primarily I design to unwind and relax from the stress of a day, I normally draw or think of projects I can be occupying myself with as I find a busy and occupied mind is a happy one.

Sorry if I’ve rambled on a bit I am a chatterbox :)

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It's really nice to meet you all and looking forward to our webinar on Thursday!

Here is my latest draft- feeling bit under pressure and struggling a bit so all feedback will be really appreciated :)

Who am I?

My name is Jazmin and I see myself first and foremost as my mum's daughter and my mum and eye are very close. I am also an animal lover and have two rabbits and about to adopt a third one.

What do I do?

I have been "trained to draw and paint" from a young age as my mum is an artist and that's what I've always been interested in too. I have a BA in Fashion and Textiles Design and completing that the degree has completely burnt me out and for a long time  even though I did really well, I felt like a complete failure as a designer and it turned out to be the worst and the best thing for me so far because as a result I have rediscovered my love for creating art work again and now I design posters and placement print art for clothing.

Where?

I live in the countryside in the Cotswolds and go on a lot of walks and observing the sheep, the cows and nature inspires me

Why design?

To me design means the most effective form of communication and freedom of speech.

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Nice to meet you all! Here is my work so far, please let me know your thoughts :)

Who am I?
My name is Berta Maizel. I have a degree in hospitality business management, and during my studies, I found myself very interested in graphic design.

What do I do?
While studying, I have started designing various items, and my first one (in the picture) was a ticket to an event at the university I used to study. Currently, I mainly design logos, posters and carry on learning and testing myself in this field.

Where am I?
Originally I am from Vilnius, Lithuania and I have moved to live in Birmingham, United Kingdom. I believe that travelling in between both of the counties, different environments and people has helped me to step out of my comfort zone and boost my creativity whilst designing.

Why design?
Design, to me, means freedom. Firstly because creating and designing has helped me to understand what I truly love doing and what I want to do in the future. Secondly, Graphic Design is an amazing way to express your thoughts, feelings, emotions and ideas in a digital world.

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Hi Guys, It’s nice to finally get started! I look forward to meeting you all at Thursday’s Webinar :)

Just a little bit about myself…

Who am I: I’m Ellie and I’ve just finished my undergraduate degree in Graphic Design. I love learning and one day would like to be able to teach; which has lead me to where I am now.

Where are you: I live in Aylesbury, Buckinghamshire, which is famous for it’s ducks! I’m lucky to live in a commuter town, so it’s very easy to travel to and from London.

What do I do: Whilst studying I developed a keen interest in publication design. For my final major project I created a book about bees, and how they affect our lives and our diets.

I would however like to expand my knowledge of different areas of design.

Why design: Design is a subject that I believe adds colour to your life and teaches you to see things differently. I see design as a puzzle, sometimes challenging to solve and is made of up of many pieces.

Here is also the link to my blog post which just gives you more of an insight into my life and my thoughts on this weeks lecture and material!
https://elliecovingtonjournal.cargo.site/Where-are-you-and-why-design

See you all soon :)

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this is is my concept for the quad. this is just the basic version for me to get started and there will be changes during the process but I like to have some feedback before I start the second draft.

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Who am I?
I'm Lorri.  I'm a mum of two, love reading and spending time with my family. I’ve always been interested in design and illustration, and I’ve been threading education and a career around family obligations.
Where am I?
I live in Cornwall, but am originally from America.  I moved here about 17 years ago, and soon I'll have been in the UK longer than I lived in America!  I live in a small town on the coast.
What do I do?
I'm a graphic designer working for a full service commercial printers, so I do a bit of everything. It is very fast paced and I never know what I'll be doing. I’m using this course as a way to reflect on my own practice and career trajectory in a difficult and meaningful way. I’m keen to explore aspects of graphic design I’m not as experienced in and develop new skills.
Why design?
I like taking chaos and making something out of it! I often have to take a real jumble of information and turn it into something real - I always feel like I can't do it at first, but when that final bit clicks into place it is like magic.

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This is my second draft - I tried to make it less wordy, more square and focus on the images. I ended up not being happy with it and made a third that I'll post in a second.
I moved towards simpler images and used a self insert to convey a sense of constant meddling with projects. (Not always a positive trait! Learning to stop at the right time is something I struggle with!)

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Lovely to meet you all! Really enjoying looking at everyones work. A bit nervous putting my first draft there for you all to critique. But here goes.

Who am I?
Ive only recently been able to live my life to the fullest. Ive been a 'designer' for around 19 years and excited to see what the future brings.

What do I do?
Ive mainly been a print designer. Dabbling in graphic design now and then. Which in all honestly, is the part I enjoy the most. The bus livery was the first job that I received recognition outside of my family and the client. The company won awards and were featured in magazines. This gave me the confidence that what I was creating was at least half decent.

Why design?
Design is tough! There's a lot of time spent with my head in my hands...hitting the wall is a weekly occurrence. But, there is that time when you sketch something into your notebook and suddenly it hits you...'click'...that lightbulb moment. All the pieces of the puzzle fall into place and it just works. Just like Tetris.

Where am I?
Im located in a small coastal town five miles south of the Scottish/English border in Northumberland. It's filled with history, having been fought over for centuries between the two countries. We are most famous for our completed medieval town walls, Royal Border Railways bridge and our downhill which stands in the centre of the town.

For the colour palette, I wanted to use coastal shades but with hints of green to represent Northumberland as a county.

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Hi nice to e-meet you all. there are some amazing quadriptychs on here already! Here is mine so far and some info about each section.. please let me know what you think :)

Who am I? My background is in photography and marketing. I studied art history at university and I am at my happiest when I am in nature.

What do I do? I’ve been creating illustrated designs which I love to see printed and up in peoples homes.

Where am I? I have just moved to Bristol. I love the vibrancy, artistry and vibe here, but am still definitely finding my feet and adjusting to not being in the countryside.

Why Design? I love the power graphic design can have. I want to use it to push for positive change in the world.

Here is the link to my blog and reflective blog post about this weeks reading and lecture: https://lizziewadesign.wordpress.com

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I have just pre ordered this - a new version of Adrian Shaugnessy's acclaimed Studio Culture book (in your resources for this module).

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Title: Studio Culture Now: Advice and guidance for designers in a changing world [Unit 45]
Editor: Mark Sinclair
Design: Julia
Introduction: Adrian Shaughnessy

Studio Culture Now is the essential guide to setting up, running and developing a design studio. It offers bang up-to-date advice and guidance for designers working in a world of rapid change. First published at the end of 2020, the book sold out quickly and is now available in a second printing.

In 2009, Unit Editions published its first book, Studio Culture: The secret life of the graphic design studio. Now, thanks to the generosity of over 800 Kickstarter backers and a successful funding campaign, we are able to publish a follow-up.
The book
Studio Culture Now features in-depth interviews with a host of leading design studios. The interviewees share their experiences, insights, fears and joys, and reveal how they deal with the fundamentals and aspirations of studio life.

Candid and generous, these extensive Q&As form a blueprint for anyone planning a studio practice, or anyone struggling with maintaining one.

Topics covered include: getting jobs, working with clients, balancing creativity with profitability, accounting, hiring, promotion, wellbeing, and much more. The interviews, mostly conducted in the past few months, also reveal how studios are adapting to the changes brought about by the coronavirus pandemic.

Featured studios include:

Atelier Dyakova, Champions Design, Civilization, Design by Toko, DIA, ÉricandMarie, Formist, Google Design, GUNMAD / Or Type, Hansje van Halem, Helmo, Hey Studio, Hubertus Design, Jade Purple Brown, Julia, Morcos Key, My Name is Wendy, Neubau, Office of Craig, OK-RM, Parámetro Studio, Peepshow, ps.2, Regular Practice, Sara De Bondt studio, Sarah Boris Studio, Studio Rejane Dal Bello, Vrints-Kolsteren, WeShouldDoItAll, YesYesNo.

An extensive 'Studio Intelligence' section provides a checklist covering vital topics such as the benefits and pitfalls of remote working, space sharing, professional help and social media policies.

There is also input from two design world experts: Sophie Thomas on sustainability and Matt Alagiah (It's Nice That) on self-promotion - plus expert advice on studio finances and accounting from Avi Josephs; and artist and designer Eric Schrijver on the basics of copyright.

Here's a tiny sampling of the rich and diverse insights you'll find in Studio Culture Now:

I didn't realise this when I was starting out, but you can completely invent the type of studio you want to run - and it can be as weird or unconventional as you are yourself. You don't need to conform to existing models. You don't need to be answering the phone nine-to-five or have a flashy office in a capital city.
Sara De Bondt (Belgium)

The worst part of running a studio? I never truly take a break. Because I wear so many different hats there's always something that needs to get done. It can be really hard to step away from work and just be present in the moment.
Jade Purple Brown (USA)

Our goal has never been to become wealthy, but to create the conditions to exercise our profession with pleasure while remaining free to choose what we do. So this effectively involves a balance between certain well-paid, but not very stimulating projects, which in turn finance others that are perhaps less profitable but more interesting.
Thomas Couderc, Helmo (France)

Having an accountant was critical for us - we've had one since day one. We always want to work with people that are the best at what they do. We know our limitations, accounting is definitely one of them.
Michael Ellsworth, Civilization (USA)

Today the studio is composed almost entirely of women. This was not deliberate; it was pure coincidence. And we are very proud to host and showcase all this female talent. We are focused right now on promoting women's empowerment, but we are always on the lookout for new collaborators, ideas and points of view.
Cristina Arreola and Vanessa Santos, Parámetro Studio (Mexico)

We started when we were quite young and the idea was to keep our expenses small, keep it nimble, don't get used to luxuries - it's an ideology really. Keep it simple and avoid trappings, otherwise you haven't got the flexibility.
Rory McGrath, OK-RM (UK)

Specifications

Title: Studio Culture Now: Advice and guidance for designers in a changing worldFree postage worldwide.
Size: 151mm × 235mm
Pages: 492
Printer: Ediprima, Italy
Cover stock: Brossul, 210gsm
Papers: Munken Print White 1.5 80gsm; Materica Clay 120gsm; Materica Kraft 120gsm; Woodstock Rosso 80gsm; Magno Gloss 100gsm; Magno Natural 80gsm
ISBN: 978-1-9164573-6-2

£45.00.

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This is my initial idea for my Quatdriptyth.

Who am I? My name is Emma and I have a keen interest and always have in all things within design, surrounding myself with images, minimal styles, and art I love. I share my passion with those around me, including my husband who is also a Graphic Designer.

What do I do?
Having worked in Bristol design agencies for the last 20 years as more of a Creative Artworker, I am now in a role of Graphic Designer. I have a passion for packaging and print work. I have been very lucky to work on some amazing brands. But feel I sometimes lack ideas.

Why design?
It has been a challenging world to get into but if you work hard you feel valued when you have produced something you feel proud of. I spend a lot of time questioning a brief, finding the rationale behind the project, challenging people I work with to see if we can create a better outcome, with research, testing and design critiques.

Where am I?
I live in Bristol, which I a great place to be with older children growing up, full of a rich, diverse culture, full of many creative people, a very different place to the countryside in Somerset where I grew up.

My piece is still in progress but I am trying to convey many things. I look forward to hearing your feedback.

This is my final version.

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Hi everyone thank you for all the feedback! I have now redesigned some of the colours to make the presentation stronger :)

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So lovely to see lots of posting going on on here. It gets quite full but that is positive! I am really looking forward to meeting you in person on Friday. Here is a lovely short film for you to enjoy. Please post up your thoughts about the lecture and resources on here.

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Four nomads share their intimate thoughts on the meaning of home - a place that only exists in their minds.

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Hello all. My name is Paul Farrington and I will be working alongside Harriet as your online course tutor. Hope all is going well so far. I know there is a lot to take in. I have just added a few tutorial slots to the calendar so sign up if you want to say hello and introduce yourself. Looking forward to working with you all… exciting.

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Hello all. My name is Paul Farrington and I will be working alongside Harriet as your online course tutor. Hope all is going well so far. I know there is a lot to take in. I have just added a few tutorial slots to the calendar so sign up if you want to say hello and introduce yourself. Looking forward to working with you all… exciting.

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Hi everyone - my name is Lou and I am very much looking forward to studying with you all on this course! I am working on my blog and Quadriptych but I am just watching the 'Paula Scher' episode from 'Abstract' on Netflix (recommended on the resource list) - just wanted to let you know that if you have a Netflix account, the quality is much better than the Youtube version. Chat soon!

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Here is a quick sketch I did with what I plan to do for my quads.
1. Who? A photo of a clay mould of my family's handprints in lockdown.
2. What? First logo that I designed
3. Why? Some form of heart with a thought bubble to show that I love problem solving/creativity - undecided what is going in the bubble exactly! Was thinking maybe jigsaw pieces or 1 word
4. Where? The Manchester bee, to represent Manchester. Was thinking to include some sort of map location but I am thinking just the bee at this point as I don't want the graphic to be too 'busy'

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fixed some of the issues I'm having on my blog. the pages are more simple and follow on a weekly basis. might rework on the colors to fit on my liking at some point.

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done my second sketch. before scanning I will try to work on my blog post. if I find anything that would help a fellow WordPress blogger I will inform. now will do some photography for the quad

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Hello everyone, glad to meet you all.

I just finished the first draft of my quad and any feedback would be appreciated. I love to work on typography and digital collage, so i decided to go with this style and chose to work with 3 main colours, blue, green, and white.

Here is some briefly explanations:
1 Who? My name is Bam. I love photography and travelling around because it gives me lots of inspirations, some new ideas and peace of mind.
2 What? I tried to play with the word 'WHAT?' and the background. And I also integrate it with my previous collage work.
3 Why? I love design because it has a lot to play with, from colours, lines, shapes, typography and photos. Just moving things around can give me lots of idea.
4 Where? I'm from Thailand but I moved to Canada for my Graphic design degree. And I have lived here for 5 years already.

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I'm definitely a 2D girl and have literally run screaming from anything web related. I have done my blog design in illustrator to start and am now about to boldly go where few packaging designers have been before. Wordpress - Google - Programming for dummies.
I will keep you all appraised of my venture. Im shaking in my boots.

Attached is a preview of my illustrator file. I am holding thumbs this doesn't look like a Picasso painting once I am done programming it.

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Who is finding what platform is the best for personalising your blogs? Not sure WordPress, which I started using is the best choice for me.

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Hi everyone! I hope we’re all doing well; I have attached my Quadriptych and would love to know your thoughts 😊

1)     My name is Harvey Richardson and I have a small background in graphic design for both bring and digital. I graduated from the University of Lincoln in 2018, since then I have been working as the designer for a local theatre. My influences when designing include music, fashion, architecture, and photography. I love using these elements along with creative typography and shapes to create abstract pieces.

2)     As previously mentioned, I am a designer for a theatre in Lincoln, but I also work on self-initiated briefs to keep the creative ideas flowing. The piece I have chosen for a pivotal moment was a brief that a friend of mine gave me, where he needed some social media artwork designing for a radio show that he hosts in Brighton.

3)     I am in Boston Lincolnshire, it’s a small town which means I tend to have to branch out further to find work and creative inspirations. I do believe location can have an impact on the availability of creative work, but because of the internet it is much more accessible.

4)     From a young age I have enjoyed being creative, I tend to be overly critical of my work, however this pushes me to always try my best. Design to me means being in the state of flow, it doesn’t always happen but when it does, I can become lost in a project, which I really enjoy. From viewing this week’s lecture and case studies I do believe that it is all about creating an effective message.

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How's everyone doing after day 1?

I just finished the readings etc and tried to do my reflective journal/blog entry for them, would love to hear what you guys think and also to see everyone else's posts :)

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After the feedback (Thank you again everyone!) I redesigned my 4 images to minimize amount of images and make it cleaner and clearer.

Who are you?
I do not know yet, and it's scary, but it pushes me to improving and becoming more of myself

What do you do?
I am an artist turned into a games designer turned back into artist. My pivotal project was a game I made during my 3rd year at BA where I used my knowledge from both worlds.

Where are you from?
I was born In Poland but moved to Sweden when I was 10, and It become a lot more dear to me than Poland. I love the country but I believed in order to grow as a person I should explore the rest of the world (hence why I am in UK now)

Why design?
Designing has always helped me whenever I was down, getting negative emotions out through vigorous sketching or storytelling. Apart from that I love designing things that also help others, like drawing someone's Dn'D character.

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Hi everyone, looking forward to meeting you all on this course! I hope everyone is getting on well.

I have done my first blog post which I have attached (Quad soon to be added)

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'...a studio is a combination of three things: the physical space, the people who occupy that space, and the work they produce.' (T. Brook; A. Shaughnessy, 2009, pg.12)

After viewing this week's lecture it became quite clear that the above ideas are still very applicable to the current way in which creatives operate. Working within a bubbling and constantly changing environment encourages innovation, which in turn allows new creative ideas and methods of practice to come through.

Working creatively is all about collaboration, no one is an expert in everything. So sharing ideas with collaborators, clients, family, friends, the postman, are great ways to develop an idea and turn it into something that not only looks amazing but also has a purpose.

One example case study would be that of Regular Practice, ran by Tom and Christopher. Two former MA students of the same college decided to create their own practice, where over a year later they are still running strong. Based in London (which was a common occurrence between all of the case studies), they share a studio with other young designers, which in turn allows for creative heads to bash together when working on projects. (Regular Practice 2020).

They chose to work within the design industry as it feels very rewarding when they know they can and have helped people, it creates a positive and achieved output at the end of a project. Each of these aspects of their work is something that I agree with. It is not only important to love what you do but to also understand the importance of conveying a message that will be easily understandable to your target audience.

I love Regular Practices' use of vibrant complementary colours that can be seen through a wide range of their projects, which I believe show their sense of fun, intrigue, and enjoyment of the brief. They are also not afraid to try the more traditional mediums of design to get their desired outcome.

I then decided to take a look at this week's visual resources, where I came across a wide variety of work that I would love to take reference from in future projects.

NBA Weekend Chicago Nike Customization graphics 2020 - AGraphic system and custom typefaces for the Nike customization lab at NBA All-Star Weekend Chicago, used across jerseys, shoes, and apparel.This piece of work stuck out to me above all of the rest due to its vibrant colors alone. A sense of a basketball court is easily distinguished from the arrangement of the simple shapes, even though the colors clash. There is a contrast between the digital style of typography and the roundness of the basketball and court. I admire this playful and effective approach to the advertisement. (Figure 1-4).

The arrangement of shapes and colours is reminiscent of that of the abstract artist Vassily Kandinskys Squares with Concentric Circles 1913 (figure 5) -

Black Devil Disco Club - Lucifer Is A Flower - I always love discovering unique and vibrant vinyl covers, it helps to give an identity to the artist and gives an idea to the customer what kind of music they are in store for. Although there are only two main colours that are used throughout the design when integrated with the almost art nouveau style font there is not much more colour that needs to be added. The addition of the photos helps in giving the artwork a real personal touch, that this project means something to someone, which is what music is all about.

After viewing each case study I came to a series of conclusions that I will take with me in my design career:

Telling the story effectively is just as important as the overall design, cutting design down to a minimum will help to get a message across. - Whilst something may look good stylistically, if it doesn't effectively convey the message then it will be of near to no use, there needs to be a 50/50 balance between the message and theme of design, and the actual designing itself. Once the message is understood by all parties the designing aspect will come much easier.

It's all about adapting to current situations and environments. - As Simon Manchipp from Someone Studio said, 'we are in the business of change'. The creative industry is always changing, new software updates, new ways to advertise, print techniques come through pretty much every year. To stay on top of these as well as the changing market and customer expectations will seem daunting, but I believe it is vital to do in order to stay ahead of the curve.

LOCATION LOCATION LOCATION - Whilst this may not be entirely true as a lot of professionals will work from the comfort of their own or on the move due to the ever-expanding digital marketplace, it is still an important factor to consider when someone is wanting to use physical real estate to set up their studio. As previously mentioned, each case study had a studio based in London, Someone Studio even had practices in Sydney, Berlin, and New York. I believe this was a striving force in the success of these case studies, being in an environment with such a vast culture will always bring with it new opportunities, new client relations, and new projects to work on.

However, it is still possible to use the digital landscape in order to get your work out there. In this week's reading Communication design: insights from the creative industries (D. Yates, J. Price, 2015) we follow Stefanie Posavec, a digital designer living in London. Whilst working as a cover artist for Penguin, a previous project she had made a few years previous was placed in an exhibition, where it was then blogged about. From this she started to receive more and more clients - "Digital transmission is helping these small ideas kick around in a way that they couldn't before." ( D. Yates, J. Price, 2015, pg.145). This helps to send out a positive message, the idea that your work can be seen by a much larger scale of people is very encouraging. After viewing this weeks reading resources and lecture material, it is clear that there is no 'one size fits all' (T. Brook; A. Shaughnessy, 2009) approach to a design practice, it's what works best for the team, location, and capabilities. The nature of modern graphic design, particularly with the online digital domain, means that studios can be set up from home.

It's okay to make mistakes - Yes and no, I believe right now for each of us doing the course, it is of course important to make mistakes. It is the best way for us to understand the improvements needed within ourselves, which will in turn inspire growth and creativity. Understanding how we operate and work on an individual level will put us in great stead for when we head into the more not so forgiving professional environment. Where mistakes are still okay, but they bust be learned upon and improved much quicker.

Work-life and home life - Whilst some projects may become larger than expected, which can be caused by changing budgets, deadline changes, and staff shortages, it is still important to keep work and home life separate. Not only will this help in avoiding burnout, but it also allows a good refresh, allowing the designer to come back into work the next day feeling positive. Following the case study of Sam Winston, he believes it creates a great discipline to turn off and back on from your work, which is something that I agree with.

This week's task required us to create a quadriptych that visualizes who we are, what we enjoy, where we live and the benefits of this, and what our influences are. A great way for the group to get to know each other a little more!

Before I started designing I wanted to establish an overall style that I wanted to make, for this I looked to Pinterest. I made a small mood board of images that I believed show both a person and their personality. I loved the abstract positioning and vibrant colours of these images, I knew this was how I was going to make my images.

After I had an overall idea I began creating my images. Whilst I was pleased with the overall style, I felt as though they were not incorporated enough. I decided to change the orange background of the 1st and 3rd and 4th image to a similar colour scheme to that of the orbs in the 2nd image.

After changing these colours I believe they are all incorporated much better, whilst still keeping the abstract positioning of layers.

It was inspiring to see the vast amount of creativity being posted on the shared Padlet page with my peers, within a matter of days it was filled with unique designs that really showed what design means to them. I was able to give some feedback on some of these pieces.

After a discussion with my tutor Paul in week three, he suggested that I try to incorporate the font from the 'why' and 'where' section even more into the artwork. After reflection I agree with him on this, as the font that I created is not used at all in the 'where' section, and the 'why' block needs some white adding to it.

This first week of my studies at Falmouth has been very positive and encouraging, there is a great sense of community within the group and I feel comfortable sharing my ideas and giving advice wherever I can. Never before have I had my work viewed and critiqued on such a personal level. I would normally keep my work to myself and only show close friends and tutors, however, I now feel happy to show my creative progress to the rest of the group. As I know we are all in the same boat.

This weeks learning resources gave me a better understandingof how creative studios operate. Between each studio in the lecture, and from the reading material, there was a sense of community and collaboration. This may not mean being around other creatives all of the time, but being open to suggestion opens up a lot of potentials, it removes barriers and creates connections for potential future projects.

I now know that to me, and a lot of others, the design is all about telling a story. Once you know the message you are trying to achieve, your audience, and the method in which you want to convey this, then the design process will come to a lot easier. This allows for creatives ideas to flow.

Brook, T and Shaughnessy, A (2009). Studio Culture. Unit Editions . p7-25.

Instagram. 2020. Regular Practice. [online] Available at: <https://www.instagram.com/p/CD1d_cVhG4J/?utm_source=ig_embed> [Accessed 13 October 2020].

Nimmer, D. 'What Is Abstract Art? And Why Should I Care?' Artist Network [online] Available: https://www.artistsnetwork.com/art-inspiration/what-is-abstract-art/. [Last accessed 24th September 2020.]

Non Format. 2020. 'Lucifer is a Flower'. Non Format 2020 [online]. Available at: http://non-format.com/lucifer-is-a-flower [last accessed 24th September 2020]

Regular Practice. 2020. 'Who, What, Where and Why?' [lecture] GDE710 for MA Graphic Design. Falmouth: Falmouth University 24th September 2020.

Scheffe, C. (2020). 'NBA All-Star Weekend Chicago Nike Customization graphics' . Chloe Scheffe 2020 [online] Available: https://chloescheffe.github.io/asw_chicago.html . [Last accessed 24th September 2020]

Scheffe, C., 2020. NBA All Star Weekend Chicago Chloe Scheffe. [online] Visuelle. Available at: <https://visuelle.co.uk/> [Accessed 9 October 2020].

Yates, D. and Price, J., 2015. Communication Design. London, UK: Fairchild Books, p.145.

Figure 1-4: Scheffe, C. 2020. NBA All Star Weekend Chicago Nike Customisation graphics 2020. Chloe Scheffe [online] Available at: https://chloescheffe.github.io/asw_chicago.html[last accessed 24th September 2020]

Figure 5: Kandinsky, W. 1913. Squares with Concentric Circles. Artists Network [online]. Available at: https://www.artistsnetwork.com/art-inspiration/what-is-abstract-art/[last accessed 24th September 2020]

Figure 6-8: Non-Format. 2020. Black Devil Disco Club - Lucifer Is A Flower. Non-Format [online]. Available at: http://non-format.com/lucifer-is-a-flower [last accessed 24th September 2020]

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'...a studio is a combination of three things: the physical space, the people who occupy that space, and the work they produce.' (T. Brook; A. Shaughnessy, 2009, pg.12) After viewing this week's lecture it became quite clear that the above ideas are still very applicable to the current way in which creatives operate.

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Hi all, this is a very quick quadriptych about myself, just to give you some more reference.

WHO: I'm a new mum to my beautiful daughter Lyra, who is my world. WHAT: I've been a graphic designer specialising in branding and packaging for over a decade. This is a logo I designed for tennis icon Andy Murray. WHY: I love hitting on that idea that makes people in a meeting go "ooh" – I want to make people excited with my designs! WHERE: Originally from Devon, I've lived in London for the last 12 years and love it.

I kept my imagery simple and bold, with a consistent colour palette and circle theme to tie the sections together.

But you can play with the format more than me! Previous student designs haven't all stuck to the squares in this way, some have merged them, or used different shapes, layouts and media. Have fun with it!

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I've started working on the workshop challenge and would love to receive some feedback if you guys have any thoughts! I'll try and explain the ideas for each image briefly :)
1: Some info about me + an image from a trip to Georgia. I used to study photography, but now I only see it as a hobby which I often practice during holidays.
2: I love to work with shapes and am very interested to experiment with type. My pivotal project was a branding project which made me realise that type is more than helvetica hah!
3: As a person, I often get interested in new things and I have many different hangups and interests. This is why I love design - there are endless topics and techniques to explore.
4: I live in Oslo, Norway. I love the variety in seasons here and am often inspired by changes in weather and my surroundings. There are a lot of cool design brands in Scandinavia, which probably influences my design choices.

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You may have heard of triptychs before, here are a few that I think really use the medium interestingly. They show different aspects of the same theme, just as you are doing! These manage to express everything through image alone... can you do this too?

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Here are a few examples of previous students' homepages – as you can see there is no one right way to do a blog! Keep it simple and remember that you will be posting for a long time, it needs to be easy to navigate.

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From feedback I'm seeing  I might try to refine this and make it less texty, but this is very me I guess!

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I'm currently sketching ideas for the quadriptych for some ideas and have done one so far. still trying to figure out what to include for the what and why part.

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This is my first time on an online based university. I am currently designing my blog site and looking up the first week content for week 1. I'm a bit overwhelmed and lost but hopefully ill catchup.

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I started redesigning my blog to give it a bit more personality and wondered what you guys think? :)

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It's so cool to see how some of you are getting on already. I'm very excited to meet you all and to get to know you better through this week's workshop challenge!
I've started this week off by having a look at the case studies and I've written some reflections over at my blog. I haven't done much reflective writing in the past, so would love to hear your thoughts :)

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Lecture reflection

Seeing the case studies of week 1's lecture gave me some new perspectives on what it means to be part of a graphic design studio as well as how varied different studios's practice and processes are. In Tony Brook and Adrian Shaughnessy's book, Studio Culture, Shaughnessy (2009) mentions three key aspects of which a design studio is made up of: The physical space, the people who occupy that space and the work they produce. These points might be a good foundation for an analysis of design studios and so, further, I will reflect upon the case studies in light of Shaughnessy's (2009) three points.

Fig. 1: Winston 2020. A E I O U. [Typeset with typewriter and Adobe InDesign]

SPACE
All of the design studios presented in the lecture were based in London. Having lived in London for a brief period of time, I can imagine, as several of the studios mentioned, that one is bound to get a lot of impressions from the busy city. Therefor, I am not surprised to hear that Sam Winston uses his studio space as a silent place where he can explore ideas and concepts by himself.

It might be interesting to draw lines between the way in which a design studio is set up and the work that springs out from the space. Looking at Sam Winston's work, I can't help but notice that there is a systematic simplicity to it. However, the work also seems to reflect a sense of noise and loudness. This is interesting as Sam mentions in his interview that he takes in many impressions from the loud city, but works in silence with his ideas, considerate of what he brings into his work space.

Looking at Regular Practice's (who share a studio with their creative friends) work, a sense of play comes to my mind. Although they also seem to have a systematic and clean approach to their work, it seems more colourful and fluid to me, than Sam's work.

Fig. 2: Regular Practice 2019. Identity for the Royal College of Arts graduate exhibition. [brand identity]

Assuming that Sam's and Regular Practice's work is a mere result of the different studio spaces from where they are produced, might not be entirely correct. However, I think it's interesting to reflect upon a possible correlation between the space in which a piece of work is created and the end result.

PEOPLE
Looking at design process, I think it's essential to reflect upon collaboration and how you go about working with others and who with. Listening to how the different design studios collaborate, I noticed how much their preferences in working with others varies. Whilst collaboration seemed to be the core of Regular Practice's process, Intro Design seemed to be working by themselves most of the time.

WORK
When asked to reflect upon what design is, Regular Practice's answer particularly resonated with me. At the end of the day, all design studios will do the work in the way they think is right - what separate different design practices is the stylistic and conceptual choices. They also mentioned that a designer should be a bit geeky and have an interest in diving into new topics and techniques they haven't tried before. The notion of variation and unexplored territory is what got me interested in design and I hope to make exploration and play an even bigger part of my practice as I move forward with my studies.

As we embark on our MA's I think it will be interesting to see how our design studio (I suppose we can refer to our course as a studio) will grow from our spaces, people and areas of work. How will we work together and how will our studio evolve - and to what? As we participate from around the world, I look forward to seeing how different cultures and technologies will affect our practice and processes over the next two years.

Resources reflection

The resources from week 1 all seemed to be about studio culture and what it means to be a designer. I was especially intrigued by the case studies presented in the lecture, but also in the book Communication Design: insights from the creative industries (Yates and Price 2015). Reading about different design practices and approaches made me realise that there are so many ways of being a designer today.

I have often gone to It's Nice That for design inspiration and so it was interesting to read the interview with the founder, Will Hudson. The website started as a university project and was initially meant to be a collection of resources (Yates and Price 2015). I think It's Nice That is a great journal for me to look at for inspiration for the journal you are currently reading. Much like Hudson points out, a collection of resources should be carefully edited and both the writing and references should have a unified tone of voice (Yates and Price 2015).

Hudson goes on to explain how he focuses on maintaining quality in his work and the importance of working with interesting brands and people, rather than catering everything you do to a certain audience (Yates and Price 2015). As a designer I am intrigued by the idea of following my own interests, rather than creating design simply for the sake of hitting an audience. If one is to only follow an audience's interests without thinking about one's own interests as a designer, how is one supposed to create something experimental and innovative? Of course, the audience is still an important aspect of design, but I think there is a balance that needs to be found between the audience's interests and the designer's. Perhaps the solution is to be restrictive about what types of clients and projects you take on? On the other hand, some might argue that an important part of a designer's skillset is the ability to alter his or her interests to a client or audience.

In addition to the listed books in week 1, I also had a look at the visual resources: www.designeverywhere.tumblr.com and www.visuelle.co.uk. I collected some references in my digital sketchbook and had a closer look at each reference in order to find out what drew me to them.
SWISS ART AWARDS - Siri Backmann

Fig. 3: Bachmann 2013-2014. SWISS ART AWARDS. [visual identity]

I think the typography used in this visual identity has a uniqueness to it. It feels classical, yet modern with it's pointy and slightly unconventional details. Due to it's uniqueness and amount of space given on posters and brochures, I think it's a nice way of creating a visual base, which will maintain brand awareness, even if the colours and graphic shapes changes.
SUSUMU YOKOTA - CLOUD HIDDEN - Non-Format & ANTI

Fig. 4: Non-Format 2019. Susumu Yokota - Cloud Hidden. [vinyl cover]

The realistic aspect of the photograph is an interesting contrast to the graphic flat background. I like the delicate and natural texture of the moss cloud. The surreal approach of creating a cloud out of a different material than a cloud normally consists of, is also very interesting and creative to me. Whilst the medium of photography and graphic design creates variety and contrast, the simplicity in the use of colours and shapes creates harmony and unity.
MINYONS DE TERRASSA - Xavi Miranda

Fig. 5: Miranda 2020. 6M. [visual identity]

This reference proves the importance of placement in typography and how it can enhance one's narrative. One doesn't necessarily have to build figures out of letters, but experimenting with type as shapes, lines, waves etc. can be an interesting and important part of a composition.
DOMO - Wedge Studio & Philippe Dionne Bussières

Fig. 6: Wedge Studio and Bussières 2019. Domo Neighbourhood Apartments. [brand identity]

By adding a slight twist to the M in the logo, whilst keeping the formality and geometric sense of the remaining letters, creates a playful, yet sophisticated look. The combination of geometry and fluidity is also used in the illustrations, which creates unity and cohesiveness. The playful approach breaks with the traditional corporate aesthetic that one might normally see in relator agencies' brand identities, enabling DOMO to stand out and appeal to a younger demographic.

Workshop challenge

I started my work on the quadriptych by reflecting on the questions the work was supposed to answer.

Who are you?
My name is Ingrid Reigstad and I work as a digital marketer in Oslo. I have previously studied Fashion Photography at Falmouth University, but after moving back to Norway, my practice has shifted towards graphic design. I still photograph, but as a hobby, usually on vacation and in my spare time. I like animals, everything cozy and learning new things.

What is it that you do?
I love to experiment and play as much as I can with my work. However, up until recently, I didn't experiment much with typography. A pivotal project would therefor be a personal branding project for a fictional indie band, where I decided to experiment with expressive typefaces. This has inspired me to learn more about typography and I am now eager to start experimenting with making my own letters.

Where are you?
I am based in Oslo, Norway. During my photography degree I lived in Falmouth and London, and after moving back home I've realised how much of my identity lies in being Norwegian. Oslo is an urban city packed with things to do, but there is also a lot of nature here and a river running through the town. Living in the south of Norway means that I get to experience big changes in seasons and I always feel inspired by the changes in weather and my surroundings. Scandinavia is known for it's design, and I think my work is somewhat influenced by the clean aesthetic our area is known for. However, I am also drawn to more expressive design, which might differentiate from traditional Scandinavian design.

Why Design?
I have always been interested in aesthetics and creativity. As a person I get easily caught up in new interests and this is why design is such a good medium for me. There is always a new topic to explore and a new technique to try. The adaptive medium fulfils my need for variation and constant exploration.

After reflecting upon the questions, I created a moodboard on Pinterest with visual references. I also sketched out ideas in my sketchbook. I wanted my quadriptych to have some sort of handmade element in it, something organic that stemmed from the physical self. I therefor played around with some drawings and cutouts, which I later imported to illustrator.

After sketching out some ideas, I started working in illustrator to see what worked on screen. My first attempts were quite busy. I wanted to keep a fun and expressive aesthetic, but I also wanted the work to feel balanced and sleek. I therefor decided to focus on one colour in my graphics, which led to a more cohesive look.

After submitting the last image of the gallery above to the ideas wall, I received feedback suggesting to make the copy on image 1 less literal. Paul also suggested to make the quadriptych simpler somehow. I agreed with both suggestions and decided to drop the grid of drawings in image 3. I only really felt as if the face added to my concept and so I chose to focus on that one drawing. In order to get across the message of variety and flexibility in design, I added a "thought-bubble" above the head, illustrating my constant change of interests.

In image 1 I decided to play on the word "snap" as in snapping a photo. I started my creative journey in photography, but now my photography work mainly consists of taking snapshots in my spare time. I'm a fan of quirky sounds and words and so I tried to translate this into the copy, in order to make it more abstract.

Fig. 8: Reigstad 2020. Workshop challenge week 1

Looking back at my first attempts in relation to the final result, I'm reminded of the importance of editing, pointed out by Will Hudson (Yates and Price 2015), mentioned previously in this blog post. In the beginning of the proses I had a lot of ideas, that didn't necessarily work well together. I think an important part of making the quadriptych was to strip it back and toss ideas that, although being good ideas on their own, didn't add to the cohesiveness of the image.

Summary of the week

This week has forced me to look at myself and figure out how my personality correlates with and influences my design practice. Learning about different designers' practices, journeys and ways of working has shown me the importance of being yourself, also in your design practice.

There seems to have been a sense of nervousness amongst several of us this week (which is only natural when starting something new), but seeing the variety of approaches to this week's workshop challenge, as well as the variety in approaches to design in general in the lecture's case studies, proves that there is no right or wrong in design. I leave this week feeling more confident in my way of working, yet intrigued to learn new ways and skillsets over the next two years.

REFERENCES:

BROOK, Tony and Adrian SHAUGHNESSY. 2009. Studio Culture. London: Unit Editions.

YATES, Derek and Jessie PRICE. 2015. Communication Design: insights from the creative industries. New York: Fairchild Books.

LIST OF FIGURES:
Figure 1. Sam WINSTON. 2020. A E I O U. Instagram [online]. Available at: https://www.instagram.com/p/CDUCaEBhvFM/

Figure 2. REGULAR PRACTICE. 2019. Identity for the Royal College of Arts graduate exhibition. Instagram [online]. Available at: https://www.instagram.com/p/BzYes2uhvRj/

Figure 3. Siri BACHMANN. 2013-2014. SWISS ART AWARDS. Siri Bachmann [online]. Available at: http://www.siribachmann.com/new-page

Figure 4. NON-FORMAT. 2019. Susumu Yokota - Cloud Hidden. Behance [online]. Available at: https://www.behance.net/gallery/86302691/Susumu-Yokota-Cloud-Hidden

Figure 5. Xavi MIRANDA. 2020. 6M. Behance [online]. Available at: https://www.behance.net/gallery/58761401/6M?tracking_source=best_of_behance

Figure 6. WEDGE STUDIO and Philippe Dionne BUSSIÈRES. 2019. Domo Neighbourhood Apartments. Behance [online]. Available at: https://www.behance.net/gallery/89244217/Domo-Neighbourhood-Apartments-Brand-Identity

Figure 7: Ingrid REIGSTAD. 2020. Workshop challenge week 1 experiments. Private collection: Ingrid Reigstad.

Figure 8: Ingrid REIGSTAD. 2020. Workshop challenge week 1. Private collection: Ingrid Reigstad.

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Seeing the case studies of week 1's lecture gave me some new perspectives on what it means to be part of a graphic design studio as well as how varied different studios's practice and processes are.

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Hi I started designing for the workshop challenge for this week and wanted to see what everyone thinks? I'm not from a graphic design background so would love to learn from others :)